Description

N,N-Dimethylcyanoformamide (CAS NO 16703-51-8) is a versatile and highly reactive cyanoformamide derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce cyanoformamide functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing cyanoformamide or related heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyanoformamide group imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile reagent for cyanoacylation and other nucleophilic substitution reactions in fine chemical production.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in R&D for developing novel organic electronic materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N-Dimethylcyanoformamide
CAS No.	16703-51-8
Molecular Formula	C4H6N2O
Molecular Weight	98.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyano-N,N-dimethylformamide; N,N-Dimethylcarbamoyl cyanide; Dimethylcarbamyl cyanide; (Dimethylcarbamoyl) cyanide; N-Cyano-N,N-dimethylformamide; DMCF; NSC 163022
EINECS	240-764-7

Quality Control

Our N,N-Dimethylcyanoformamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.